1972 BMW 520 vs. 1957 Ferrari 801 F1
To start off, 1972 BMW 520 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 (271 HP @ 8400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 791 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 520 | 801 F1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
